Amid NEET sloganeering, President Murmu urges Opposition to rise above politics, work on solution

President Droupadi Murmu, in her address to the joint sitting of Parliament on Thursday, discussed the alleged irregularities in the NEET UG-2024 and referred to the Emergency imposed by the Congress government in the 1970s. She assured that the ongoing CBI investigation into the NEET paper leak would establish accountability and emphasized the need for sanctity and transparency in government exams.

Amid ‘NEET’ chants, President Murmu says ‘We need to rise above partisan politics to arrive at solution for paper leaks’

Government's Commitment to Investigating NEET Issues: President

Addressing both Houses, President Murmu confirmed that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is actively probing the NEET paper leak. "Cases of paper leaks and irregularities in exams are being probed at a high level… Sanctity and transparency are a must in government recruitments and examinations," she stated.

Appeal for Non-Partisan Resolution

President Murmu called for a united approach to tackle the NEET controversy, urging leaders to move beyond partisan politics. "Everyone needs to rise above partisan politics," she said, highlighting the necessity for collaborative efforts in resolving the issue.

Historical Reference to the Emergency

In her speech, President Murmu also reflected on the Emergency period imposed by former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi from 1975 to 1977. She described it as the "biggest" and "darkest" chapter in India's history, marking a direct attack on the Constitution.

Before her address, President Murmu was welcomed at the Parliament building by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla. An official carrying the 'Sengol', now adopted as a cultural symbol by the government, accompanied her during the welcome.

This article summarizes President Murmu's key points, emphasizing the government's dedication to addressing NEET exam irregularities, the call for political unity, and the reflection on a significant historical event.